The Master of Science in Leadership degree is a 30 credit online program, consisting of a core group of leadership courses while also providing student flexibility to select courses tailored to their interests and motivations.

Learning Outcomes

  • Apply current leadership theories and practices
  • Demonstrate professional communication
  • Recognize ethical leadership
  • Identify challenges and advantages of diverse groups in a leadership setting 

Requirements for the
M.S. Degree (30 credits)

The MS in Leadership program provides professionals with targeted and flexible skills with which to develop and  strengthen their individual leadership style and philosophy and to advance their career development goals. The program focuses on the development and refinement of competencies such as critical and creative thinking, innovative problem solving, critical decision making, communicating effectively, forging alliances, resolving conflict, and inspiring others, all within a strong ethical framework. 

Leadership Core (15 credits)

  • MLLS 710  Theories and Models of Leadership
  • MLLS 711  Organizational Communication
  • MLLS 714  Conflict Resolution
  • MLLS 717  Leading People
  • MLLS 795  Leadership Capstone

Elective Courses (15 credits)

Examples of MS in Leadership elective courses:

  • MLLS 709  Leading Mindfully
  • MLLS 713  Leadership for Turbulent Times
  • MLLS 748  Developing Leadership Character Through Adversity


Up to two (2) graduate relevant electives may be transferred from another graduate program at Duquesne or other accredited University, with permission.